Fresh from Vermont - Visit us or get it shipped
Cider pressed the old-fashioned way since 1974. Cider donuts made fresh daily. Vermont gifts shipped nationwide.
- Fresh Cider & Donuts Daily
- Open 8am–6pm daily
- Hard Cider Hand Craft in Vermont
- Café & Bakery On Site
- Vermont Made Products
- Shipped fresh Nationwide
- Family Owned Since 1974
Cold Hollow Cider Fest 2026: Vermont's Favorite Free Summer Event
Join us at Cold Hollow Cider Mill in Waterbury Center, VT for our annual Cider Fest, the one event all summer you don't want to miss. Saturday, August 8th from 11am to 5pm. Free admission, family friendly, and packed with everything we love about Vermont: cider, local food, live music, and games.
What to Expect at Cider Fest
This is our biggest celebration of the year, and it's the only Cold Hollow event happening this summer, so mark your calendar now. Expect live music all day, games for the kids, and a lineup of food and cider that keeps people coming back year after year.
Taste Our Fresh Pressed and Sparkling Ciders
We're a working cider mill, and Cider Fest is the best day of the year to taste everything we make. We press fresh apple cider all year round, and you'll find our full lineup of non alcoholic sparkling ciders on hand, including:
Original Apple Cider
Strawberry Lemonade (seasonal)
Legendary Cider Donut (seasonal)
Looking for something with a kick? Sample our range of hard ciders, from year round favorites to limited seasonal rotations:
Semi Sweet
Extra Dry
Citra Hopped
Hibiscus Ginger
Paloma Spritz (seasonal rotation)
Legendary Cider Donut (seasonal rotation)
Plus a possible new flavor coming soon!
Food Menu
Our food menu brings back Cider Fest favorites alongside a few new twists:
Smoked ribs
Chicken wings
Bratwurst
NEW: Cider Donut Corn Dogs
NEW: Cider Donut Grilled Cheese
Meet Our Vermont Vendors
We're teaming up with some of our favorite Vermont makers, sampling their specialty foods and goodies right alongside us, including:
Lake Champlain Chocolates
Jed's Maple
Clean Cannabis
Mad River Distillery
SkiVT
Plus more Vermont vendors to be announced
Event Details
Date: Saturday, August 8th, 2026
Time: 11 am to 5 pm
Location: Cold Hollow Cider Mill, Waterbury Center, VT
Admission: Free
Come celebrate everything we love about Vermont cider season with us. See you at the mill!
A Taste of Vermont's Heritage
Rooted in History, Crafted with Care
Our story begins in a historic dairy barn, where tradition meets craftsmanship. For generations, our family has operated this cherished establishment, preserving the authentic methods that make our products special.
The original 1900s press still operates today, a testament to the enduring quality and time-honored techniques that define our brand. Every product we create carries forward this legacy of excellence.
Visit Us on Route 100
Discover the heart of Cold Hollow.
Wander through our café, retail store, and bakery. Watch fresh cider being pressed the old-fashioned way. Sip a Hard Cider on the porch or taste the difference that local ingredients and time-honored methods bring to every bite in the Café.
Address
3600 Waterbury-Stowe Rd, Waterbury Center, VT 05677
Hours
We are open 8 AM to 6 PM daily, all year. Closed on Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year's.
Services
Café • Retail Store • Bakery • Cider Pressing • Mail Order
Frequently Asked Questions
Cold Hollow offers a wide selection of Vermont-made products online, including fresh apple cider, cider donuts, maple syrup, baked goods, gift baskets, and specialty food items. Many products are made in-house using traditional methods and local ingredients.
Yes, Cold Hollow ships many of its products across the United States. Shipping costs and delivery times may vary depending on your location and the type of items ordered, especially for perishable goods.
Absolutely! Visitors can tour the cider mill, watch cider being made using traditional pressing methods, sample products, and enjoy fresh food from the café and bakery. It’s a popular destination in Vermont for families and travelers.
Yes, Cold Hollow welcomes group visits, including motor coach tours, and offers options like boxed lunches and private events. Reservations are typically required for larger groups to ensure availability and a smooth experience.